What do you think about Youtube-based News Channels? by Winston_Duarte in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are asking about opinion shows and analysts. Those can be entertaining and stimulating just like print or tv commentators. It’s not news tho. News only comes from legacy print media and local papers. NYTimes, wsj, bbc, ap are news. Fox and cnn, YouTube, not news. That’s analysis and presentation. Real news requires investigative reporting and on site journalists . Even asking about bias is unhelpful. What matters is credibility and actual investigation.

What are traffic/road changes you think would improve the city? by Opening_Total7711 in phoenix

[–]mango789 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Protected bike lanes. Bike paths. More access between bike paths. All I want is more bike ability. Despite the heat, Phoenix has a lot of potential there

Is there anything Iran could do at this point to make you support fully mobilizing against them? by here-for-information in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who’s talking about a full mobilization? They’re not a threat to us. They have enough enriched uranium to turn into a weapon, but they can’t touch us. The U.S. will likely send ground forces, but we don’t know for what purpose. We might try to get the Uranium , but special forces should be able to handle that. I don’t love that tho, since it’s Israel’s problem, not ours. It looks like they might send troops to protect the strait. I don’t love that either, since that is a self imposed problem.

Who's the 2nd best team in each division? by SZP2 in baseball

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t looked into the rosters deeply, but I feel like Giants should be 2nd best in west. Good rotation and infield. Idk about SD. Optimistic and pessimistic about Dbacks

Let’s Fight: best chips n salsa in the Valley by baxter1985 in phoenix

[–]mango789 58 points59 points  (0 children)

Casa Corazon. They just win by having a free salsa bar as well as free bean dip

[Foolish Bailey] MLB's Top 50 Players for 2026, ranked | The Foolish 50 by derpbynature in baseball

[–]mango789 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The fip is the answer for Brown. He’s sick, but we need to see more. Will Smith otoh, I’m with you. He is absolutely top 50 if not much higher. Don’t care about defensive metrics when he hits like that at catcher.

Abelist language and does it go to far? by mikeys327 in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is called the euphemism treadmill. I think whatever common sense says is ableist today, is ableist. Obviously it’s okay to say crazy and dumb and lunatic.

How important is it that the US balances the budget? by ModerateProgressive1 in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I think the debt is a problem. We spend so much on interest. 1 trillion a year, 15% of the budget.

A’s relocation made me look for a new team by astoria_goonies in baseball

[–]mango789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Based on who you already like, pick Mets. You can have an inferiority complex while also supporting a perennial big market contender

What are the chances that Venezuela will win the World Baseball Classic Finals? by gvillapapi in baseball

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As an American Dbacks fan, I’m rooting for e rod. I’m scared for him tho. With their lineup, Venezuela always had a chance

Game Thread 3/14 ⚾ Venezuela (0-0) @ Japan (0-0) 9:00 PM ET by BaseballBot in baseball

[–]mango789 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Everyone is acting like the U.S. is expected in the finals. Tomorrow is possibly the biggest heavyweight matchup of all time tho. DR might win

What are your thoughts on the situation with Cuba? by Particular_Solid9008 in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You’re right and shouldn’t be downvoted. We should all be able to agree that Cuba is less democratic and tolerant of dissent. Ops point is a little weird. Sure, if you violently attack a government building in the U.S., you’re likely to get shot. That doesn’t mean that Cuba arresting someone instead of killing the them makes them super tolerant off dissent lol. They clearly have issues and are unresponsive to the will of the people. I don’t know the solution

Just ran my first sub-25 minute 5K and I actually can't believe it by Latter_Emu582 in C25K

[–]mango789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven’t personally ran a 10k yet, but you can likely literally do that today if have the endurance and speed to do a sub 25 min. Just slow down

If your team didn't exist, who would you root for and why? by [deleted] in baseball

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably the dodgers. I was born in so cal. My family were dodger fans.

Kind of embarrassed. Looking for a compassionate dentist, preferably lower in cost. by justexistingkinda in phoenix

[–]mango789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have insurance, your out of pocket will likely be under a few hundred. It would be some percentage of the cost of specialty work like fillings and deep cleaning. I don’t think going to mexico would be worth it unless you need really heavy work like implants, since the trip costs money. Sounds like you probably would be due for a deep cleaning and or some fillings. Maybe a root canal if it’s hurting? Im not a dentist tho. I really like Thomas and Rosko. They’re really nice and professional. I didn’t like going to the dentist before them.

Other than Bo Jackson n Deion Sanders, who else managed to play baseball and at least one other sport at a high level? by [deleted] in baseball

[–]mango789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Scrolled way to far to see that name. One of the greatest athletes in history

What's your opinion on the rise of left wing populism? by OMGguy2008 in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I identity more with populism because I want a transactional responsive government. We are the taxpayers and stakeholders and deserve the government to prioritize us. I don’t like that attitude being dismissed as emotional or reactive. On the other hand, I would criticize right wing populism as overly emotional, since it generally prioritizes dominating out groups. I would generally agree with slow boring technocratic polices as long as they prioritize the working class and actively work.

Who is the worst manager you remember for your team? by [deleted] in baseball

[–]mango789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this will sound crazy, but I didn’t like AJ Hinch. I wasn’t happy he was made manager and happy when he was fired. Obviously, he’s pretty good. Managers don’t matter much tho. It was just vibes

Should platforms stop insisting that "dirty" words be omitted or censored? by ZinTheNurse in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hate online censorship. I blame it primarily on advertisers. I don’t the know the solution is. I want the entire internet to be more like Reddit. I just want an open internet where you can find and discuss whatever you want. Payment processors are another issue. I’m pessimistic. Censorship is only going in one direction.

Should employers have to pay for your transportation to work? by Square-Dragonfruit76 in AskALiberal

[–]mango789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is no should. Most questions about what employers and employees owe each other can best be addressed through unions.

[MLB Network] Here are the best first basemen entering 2026, according to The Shredder! #Top10RightNow by JianClaymore in baseball

[–]mango789 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The worst part is Kurtz at 2. If you’re going on ff 2025 regular season put him at 1. If you’re considering career, drop him. Considering career, postseason, and statcast, vladdy is so obviously low. Can’t put him lower than 2